Nut-Free Greek Rice

Dive into the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Nut-Free Greek Rice recipe, a delightful and allergy-friendly twist on a classic dish. Made with fragrant herbs like oregano, dill, and fresh mint, this recipe infuses long-grain white rice with zesty lemon juice, lemon zest, and aromatic sautéed garlic and onion. A touch of green bell pepper and diced tomato adds bursts of color and freshness, making it as visually appealing as it is flavorful. This versatile dish can be served warm as a comforting side or cooled down as a refreshing rice salad, perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With minimal prep time and an easy one-pot cooking method, this gluten-free and nut-free recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 medium tomato, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rice to the saucepan and cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.

Step 5

Pour in the broth, lemon juice, and add the lemon zest. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the oregano, dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 8

Cook for about 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork, then gently stir in the chopped parsley, mint, green bell pepper, and tomato.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish, or let it cool to enjoy as a salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1062.2 grams (1062.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	640

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4102mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 84.30g	31%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 12.60g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 898mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 51.1%